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2009 Acura TSX
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Anyway, not my car, but I think I could manage a black car. Carefully waxing it. You have to on a black car more so. I have seen people that have a new black car, and when they don't wax it, it looks more gray or looks as though there is a film on it. Its not as glossy. Silver or White is probably the best car to not show the swirl marks. I love silver, its everywhere, but I wouldn't be opposed to silver or white, I really like white.
On the other hand $3,100 seems like a big jump for the built in nav... is it worth it? I'm kind of getting tortured by this decision...
Also, I'm not worried about the v6 any time soon as I think gas will be over $4/gal in 1-2 years. Although the diesel would be very compelling... how much more does this usually add to the cost?
From my brief test drive, the 4 cyl should be adequate power for most folks, unless you climb big hills with a full load on a regular basis, or you're a real speed freak.
Unlike you, I'm not middle aged -- I seriously doubt that I'll live to see 120.
Either way, I've driven performance-oriented cars all my life & bought an '08 TSX back in March. I didn't want the nav (I'm very happy with my portables that I've used for years) & had to search hard to get one with a manual, but I was successful.
It's been a fine car so far, and I expect it to last a long time. I get ~27 mpg (a big jump up from my previous vehicle), and it has a number of useful features. I would have preferred a RWD car, and can tell the difference when I push it, but overall it's been a car I'm quite happy with.
Good for her, she didn't go and get some Buick, she got something to treat herself nice for the life she has lived. lol
I am 23, and I love the Accord, and I love the TSX. I would drive both. I am leaning towards the TSX because the base model lease is basically the same lease as an Accord these days.
Drive what you want, If you like it, if it works with your situation, then do it. Just because your older does not mean you go and get some car that is the size a street block. lol no offense. Treat yourself. I have leased 2 cars now, I don't need to, don't have to, but I do. I really don't treat myself to anything at the mall, or shop alot, mostly I'm busy, but when I get in my car, I then remember I treat myself to this.
We all should consider ourselves lucky.
Just got the Acura TSX 09, and now I am regretting that I did not purchase the all weather mats and the mud gaurds. I tried to look for these but found a lot of sites do not have the custom fit for this model yet.
Has anyone found custom accessories that won't be dealer cost?
Thanks
I beg to differ. The best part is that you'll probably never need the loaner service they have.
I bought a TSX back in March, and all it's needed so far (~14,000 miles) is a couple of oil changes, which I did myself.
Enjoy your new car! Oh, and ALL CAPS isn't the best approach on the internet. It's interpreted as shouting, and most of us can hear just fine.
I also use Lexol, it works so good! I can see why others like it. It really makes the leather feel new and plush. Its not all shiny and slick. It dries all soft. Put a couple coats on the seats, and you'll be good to go.
Very helpful...THANKS!
1. I noticed shortly after I got the car is that the driver door unlock/lock device squeaks intermittently when being used both by key fob and door unlock button. I don't particularly want the door torn apart because I don't want to take the chance of damage, but I worry about the squeak turning into a non-functioning locking device.
2. The cupholder cover is cockeyed - I closed it once and could not get it open by pushing on the release area. I finally got it open by carefully pushing on the back of it, but really it's non-functional. I am also worried that a tech might damage or scratch something in the console if they try to replace or fix it like they scratched the console in my '07 TSX while trying to install a cassette player.
3. The brakes have started to squeak intermittantly, this morning on exiting the garage and yesterday while making a gradual stop while going about 40mph.
4. The steering wheel makes a rubbing/grinding sound when being turned at slow speeds usually while trying to park or when leaving a parking space when many turns of the wheel are necessary.
Has anyone else had any of these problems with their 2009 TSX? Thanks for any input.
Can anyone tell if automated car wash is suitable for black TSX 2009 or I shld only go for hand wash. I am not sure if the automated wash will leave blemishes on the car exterior?
You mean you go into every lease with the prior intention of getting out early? :surprise: The only model that I can think of where that might not cost you an arm and a leg is the MINI.
When the economy was in better shape, and if I had kept my mileage lower on my 06 Accord, I would have gotten some cash to roll into the new lease deal. Doing that now would not be as possible. After 1yr or so, I was able to walk away from my accord without owing anything.
It just makes me a little irritated that I am not able to get my Honda back now, because the deals are quite attractive.
I did not buy another car from them either. I just drove in cold and asked them if they wanted to buy my car. I bought it from them new and it was serviced by them exclusively, so they knew the car.
But back to the TSX - in the DC area you can regularly see 08 TSXs w/10k miles from a dealer at $21K - the wholesale on those is like 16-17K. Honda/Acura will be very lucky to get the current 60% residual on today's leases.
There is no perfect car, try looking at the forums here about the new TSX. Read about what others have experienced, this will make you feel better. If there are issues, they certainly will post it. Just do your research, drive it. If you are like me, I take forever making decisions, its bad...lol. Everyone is like... just make a decision already..lol
I think you picking a Honda product is a step in the right direction. You will love it!
I loved my Accord!! Unfortunately forced into a GM product now. I would love to get an Accord or TSX.
I wouldn't hesitate to buy the car in a "redesign" year.
I will be in the market for a new vehicle in the next year or so, and have focused on the new TSX or the Accord Coupe. I took the TSX for a test drive, and was very pleased with the 6 spd manual (after driving my uncomfortable '99 Legacy for the last 10 years). However I am from a northern climate, and frequently drive through unplowed snow. I am a little worried about that flimsy looking egg-crate grill in the lower portion of the front end on the TSX getting damaged when I have to drive through higher snow, snow drifts, or drifts created by snowplows. I realize the updated version has been out only a short time, but anyone have any experience with this potential problem?
My wife has an MDX, and we frequently use the local Acura dealer. They are great (Acura of Brookfield, WI).